Somatic Therapists in Loop, Chicago, IL
In this work, I approach therapy with a strengths-based, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed lens and depending on your needs, I may pull from a variety of Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing (SE) and other body-centered approaches.
Many of the individuals and couples I work with experience anxiety, professional/work-related stress, interpersonal relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and unresolved trauma. Often, clients are looking to reflect on their personal and family history, build self-awareness, process everyday stressors, and/or develop coping skills. In my work with clients, I seek to establish a supportive, empathetic, and consistent relationship that will be the foundation for deep introspection and growth.
In this work, I approach therapy with a strengths-based, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed lens and depending on your needs, I may pull from a variety of Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing (SE) and other body-centered approaches.
Many of the individuals and couples I work with experience anxiety, professional/work-related stress, interpersonal relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and unresolved trauma. Often, clients are looking to reflect on their personal and family history, build self-awareness, process everyday stressors, and/or develop coping skills. In my work with clients, I seek to establish a supportive, empathetic, and consistent relationship that will be the foundation for deep introspection and growth.
Lindsey Szeszol
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601
I pull from a wide range of techniques, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic Therapies to address your individual needs.
Hi there, I'm Lindsey. I work with folks ages 12 and up on goals related to depression, anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, body liberation, gender identity, and LGBTQIA+ identities. My work is centered around creating a warm, accepting space that promotes safety and connection to my clients. I believe healing happens through a collaborative relationship between you and myself, while emphasizing your autonomy and self-knowledge. Together we will work toward your current goals while also acknowledging the impact your past and the world around you has on your journey.
I pull from a wide range of techniques, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic Therapies to address your individual needs.
Hi there, I'm Lindsey. I work with folks ages 12 and up on goals related to depression, anxiety, trauma, complex trauma, body liberation, gender identity, and LGBTQIA+ identities. My work is centered around creating a warm, accepting space that promotes safety and connection to my clients. I believe healing happens through a collaborative relationship between you and myself, while emphasizing your autonomy and self-knowledge. Together we will work toward your current goals while also acknowledging the impact your past and the world around you has on your journey.
Elizabeth Berland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60604
I focus on helping children navigate emotional challenges, using Somatic Experiencing and play therapy to promote self-regulation and resilience.
Are you a parent seeking support for your young child struggling with anxiety, emotional challenges, or the complexities of adoption? As a Somatic Experience therapist specializing in children, I understand how overwhelming it can be when your child has difficulty regulating emotions. I create a safe space for your child to express themselves and learn essential skills for emotional regulation through play therapy and creative arts. If you’re navigating adoption, I’m here to support every member of the adoption triangle. Together, we’ll work toward building strong, lasting bonds. Reach out, and let’s help your child thrive
I focus on helping children navigate emotional challenges, using Somatic Experiencing and play therapy to promote self-regulation and resilience.
Are you a parent seeking support for your young child struggling with anxiety, emotional challenges, or the complexities of adoption? As a Somatic Experience therapist specializing in children, I understand how overwhelming it can be when your child has difficulty regulating emotions. I create a safe space for your child to express themselves and learn essential skills for emotional regulation through play therapy and creative arts. If you’re navigating adoption, I’m here to support every member of the adoption triangle. Together, we’ll work toward building strong, lasting bonds. Reach out, and let’s help your child thrive
Kristin Velazquez Kenefick
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT, TIYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
In addition to relational psychotherapy, I offer integrating mindfulness meditation, somatic therapy, somatic touch therapy, yoga therapy, eating for your body type, and other holistic healing practices.
At some point in our lives, we all encounter difficulties. These hard times may be related to our relationships, past or current traumas, work challenges, health problems, among others. My approach is to focus on the entire person, mind, body, and spirit. This involves taking a holistic view of the client and integrating healing practices for all facets of your being. My first goal is to get to know you and co-create a healing plan for you. I will partner with you to find what works best for you.
In addition to relational psychotherapy, I offer integrating mindfulness meditation, somatic therapy, somatic touch therapy, yoga therapy, eating for your body type, and other holistic healing practices.
At some point in our lives, we all encounter difficulties. These hard times may be related to our relationships, past or current traumas, work challenges, health problems, among others. My approach is to focus on the entire person, mind, body, and spirit. This involves taking a holistic view of the client and integrating healing practices for all facets of your being. My first goal is to get to know you and co-create a healing plan for you. I will partner with you to find what works best for you.
Liz Calabrese
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60604 (Online Only)
I integrate evidence-based practices, including somatic work, EMDR, and Ego State Therapy.
Each individual coming into therapy is valuable and capable of healing and growth. I work from a strengths-based and collaborative approach, looking to help encourage each person's uniqueness in life. I listen carefully to your inner wisdom, as I believe that each individual is the expert on their world. I believe that our emotions are important, and when we listen to them they are great teachers.
I integrate evidence-based practices, including somatic work, EMDR, and Ego State Therapy.
Each individual coming into therapy is valuable and capable of healing and growth. I work from a strengths-based and collaborative approach, looking to help encourage each person's uniqueness in life. I listen carefully to your inner wisdom, as I believe that each individual is the expert on their world. I believe that our emotions are important, and when we listen to them they are great teachers.
Kylie Cherpes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMFT, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
In sessions I thoughtfully blend relational, somatic, and strengths-based approaches tailored to each client's needs and goals.
Are you ready to attune to your own story and needs? Are you looking for ways to heal and grow the way you interact with yourself, your loved ones, and others? Individuals and couples use the therapeutic space to gain insight, practice new skills and responses, foster healing and growth to overcome historical and current challenges, learn how to identify and change patterns that continue to get in the way of the relationships they envision, and practice how to lean into speciality support during conception and fertility journeys, pregnancy, and postpartum.
In sessions I thoughtfully blend relational, somatic, and strengths-based approaches tailored to each client's needs and goals.
Are you ready to attune to your own story and needs? Are you looking for ways to heal and grow the way you interact with yourself, your loved ones, and others? Individuals and couples use the therapeutic space to gain insight, practice new skills and responses, foster healing and growth to overcome historical and current challenges, learn how to identify and change patterns that continue to get in the way of the relationships they envision, and practice how to lean into speciality support during conception and fertility journeys, pregnancy, and postpartum.
Kelsey Weissburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601
I draw from principles of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy ( Somatic Experiencing), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Relational/Attachment Based therapy.
As someone who identifies as an empath, I know how hard it can be to balance caring for others while prioritizing self-care. I believe that everyone has an in wisdom which can guide their healing. Together, we will create space for deep reflection and/or somatic experiencing to better understand yourself, your grief, and your relationships. If you feel like anxiety, pressure, or shame are getting in the way of feeling confident and at peace in your body, then please reach out. There is a reason you are struggling now, and together we will explore and give voice to your whole self as a way for you to recognize your inherent worth.
I draw from principles of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy ( Somatic Experiencing), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Relational/Attachment Based therapy.
As someone who identifies as an empath, I know how hard it can be to balance caring for others while prioritizing self-care. I believe that everyone has an in wisdom which can guide their healing. Together, we will create space for deep reflection and/or somatic experiencing to better understand yourself, your grief, and your relationships. If you feel like anxiety, pressure, or shame are getting in the way of feeling confident and at peace in your body, then please reach out. There is a reason you are struggling now, and together we will explore and give voice to your whole self as a way for you to recognize your inherent worth.
Education Works Consulting Firm Inc
Psychologist, PhD, LPCC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60606
Want to try somatic therapy? We want to help you by providing trauma informed yoga, art, and dance therapy.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations and therapy for children, teens, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, family, and group sessions. As well as yoga and mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy and our practice provides individual, couples, group, and family therapy services. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality therapy services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Want to try somatic therapy? We want to help you by providing trauma informed yoga, art, and dance therapy.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations and therapy for children, teens, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, family, and group sessions. As well as yoga and mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy and our practice provides individual, couples, group, and family therapy services. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality therapy services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Some of the main modalities I utilize are Rogerian/client-centered therapy, ACT, and somatic based practices.
The process of finding a therapist and therapy itself can be daunting. I believe in a client-centered and decolonized approach to therapy and do my best to mitigate and eradicate the power dynamics in the therapeutic space in order to allow for human-to-human healing to flourish. Accepting and supporting clients as they come into the therapy space is pinnacle to my practice and my commitment to radical authenticity. Clients can know that their needs, conflicts, life transitions, and goals will be addressed and supported in a therapeutic relationship with me as I walk with them as a personal advocate in their healing journey.
Some of the main modalities I utilize are Rogerian/client-centered therapy, ACT, and somatic based practices.
The process of finding a therapist and therapy itself can be daunting. I believe in a client-centered and decolonized approach to therapy and do my best to mitigate and eradicate the power dynamics in the therapeutic space in order to allow for human-to-human healing to flourish. Accepting and supporting clients as they come into the therapy space is pinnacle to my practice and my commitment to radical authenticity. Clients can know that their needs, conflicts, life transitions, and goals will be addressed and supported in a therapeutic relationship with me as I walk with them as a personal advocate in their healing journey.
Estrella Askren-Gonzalez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We'll use an Internal Family Systems approach to increase mind & bodily harmony and grow to appreciate the ways our bodies try to protect us! From there, we might use somatic or exposure therapy to help you heal and welcome change.
How often have you been told how responsible or mature you were as a child? Maybe you feel highly impacted by others' emotions or reactions. What's it like to consider that these things may have developed as a means to survive chaos and instability in life? We'll work together to embrace what we feel plague us. There's strength and power in all of these things. I work with clients healing from childhood trauma, those looking to improve their relationship with food & their bodies as well as clients living with intrusive thoughts, panic and obsessive thinking.
We'll use an Internal Family Systems approach to increase mind & bodily harmony and grow to appreciate the ways our bodies try to protect us! From there, we might use somatic or exposure therapy to help you heal and welcome change.
How often have you been told how responsible or mature you were as a child? Maybe you feel highly impacted by others' emotions or reactions. What's it like to consider that these things may have developed as a means to survive chaos and instability in life? We'll work together to embrace what we feel plague us. There's strength and power in all of these things. I work with clients healing from childhood trauma, those looking to improve their relationship with food & their bodies as well as clients living with intrusive thoughts, panic and obsessive thinking.
Margaret A. Howard, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60603 (Online Only)
I use Somatic Experiencing, EMDR/Flash, and Somatic Depth modalities, including my own Four Pathways approach.
Have you already done your first levels of cognitive and trauma therapy work? Do you now feel the pull to explore more deeply? Join me to step further into your journey of connection with the wisdom of your unconscious, the imaginal, body, dreams, and the mythopoetic guidance and community with the collective unconscious, the Land, and the archetypal world, including Shadow work.
I use Somatic Experiencing, EMDR/Flash, and Somatic Depth modalities, including my own Four Pathways approach.
Have you already done your first levels of cognitive and trauma therapy work? Do you now feel the pull to explore more deeply? Join me to step further into your journey of connection with the wisdom of your unconscious, the imaginal, body, dreams, and the mythopoetic guidance and community with the collective unconscious, the Land, and the archetypal world, including Shadow work.
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Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
I integrate talk therapy and somatic practices into our work together.
If you're experiencing stress, sadness, worries, difficulty sleeping, and you're ready to experience relief, support, and feel connected to yourself again, then considering sending me an email. If you're looking for a place to process everything that has happened so far, I can provide a multitude of coping skills and a space to create new patterns. I come with ten years of experience working with wide variety of situations, scenarios, and people. I do provide a free 15-minute consultation to answer any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.
I integrate talk therapy and somatic practices into our work together.
If you're experiencing stress, sadness, worries, difficulty sleeping, and you're ready to experience relief, support, and feel connected to yourself again, then considering sending me an email. If you're looking for a place to process everything that has happened so far, I can provide a multitude of coping skills and a space to create new patterns. I come with ten years of experience working with wide variety of situations, scenarios, and people. I do provide a free 15-minute consultation to answer any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.
I utilize methods from ACT and DBT, as well as somatic/mindfulness practices.
Life can be overwhelming, unpredictable, and painful. Our lived experiences can influence the paths we take, but they don't have to define us. I work with clients who are looking to take a deeper look at emotional and behavioral patterns, better understand their personal needs, and heal from past wounds to create their meaningful life. My clients may struggle with issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, negative body image, trauma/PTSD, stress management, or relationship issues.
I utilize methods from ACT and DBT, as well as somatic/mindfulness practices.
Life can be overwhelming, unpredictable, and painful. Our lived experiences can influence the paths we take, but they don't have to define us. I work with clients who are looking to take a deeper look at emotional and behavioral patterns, better understand their personal needs, and heal from past wounds to create their meaningful life. My clients may struggle with issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, negative body image, trauma/PTSD, stress management, or relationship issues.
Semah Shammas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm licensed as a clinical social worker and certified as a psychologically sensitive, trauma-informed yoga teacher through Chicago Room to Breathe. Additionally, I am currently going through the Somatic Attachment Therapy certification program through The Embody Lab. I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and complex trauma recovery. I'm an attuned therapist with the intention of meeting clients where they are.
I'm licensed as a clinical social worker and certified as a psychologically sensitive, trauma-informed yoga teacher through Chicago Room to Breathe. Additionally, I am currently going through the Somatic Attachment Therapy certification program through The Embody Lab. I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and complex trauma recovery. I'm an attuned therapist with the intention of meeting clients where they are.
Kristina Fyrwald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy using both psychodynamic and somatic therapies with my clients, meaning that in addition to having meaningful dialogue together I employ mind-body exercises into my work.
I enjoy working with adults facing a wide range of challenges including substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic pain/illness and relationship issues. I enjoy helping clients move through and heal whatever it is that's keeping them stuck and from moving forward in the areas of their life they desire more from (relationships, career, health, purpose). My goal is to help my clients connect to their most authentic self to live their happiest and most connected lives.
I enjoy using both psychodynamic and somatic therapies with my clients, meaning that in addition to having meaningful dialogue together I employ mind-body exercises into my work.
I enjoy working with adults facing a wide range of challenges including substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic pain/illness and relationship issues. I enjoy helping clients move through and heal whatever it is that's keeping them stuck and from moving forward in the areas of their life they desire more from (relationships, career, health, purpose). My goal is to help my clients connect to their most authentic self to live their happiest and most connected lives.
Jordan White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601
If you're curious about my approach, expect a blend of behavioral and relational therapies like CBT, Somatic, ACT, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Are you feeling like you're caught in a storm, with your heart racing and thoughts swirling? If stress is making you snap at loved ones and you’re yearning for a moment of peace, you’re definitely not alone. Imagine having a therapist by your side, ready to dive into the chaos with you. Together, you'll explore practical strategies and build a supportive partnership that goes beyond just conversation. It’s time to break free from the cycle and reclaim your serenity. Are you ready to take that first step together and find your calm? Let’s embark on this journey!
If you're curious about my approach, expect a blend of behavioral and relational therapies like CBT, Somatic, ACT, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Are you feeling like you're caught in a storm, with your heart racing and thoughts swirling? If stress is making you snap at loved ones and you’re yearning for a moment of peace, you’re definitely not alone. Imagine having a therapist by your side, ready to dive into the chaos with you. Together, you'll explore practical strategies and build a supportive partnership that goes beyond just conversation. It’s time to break free from the cycle and reclaim your serenity. Are you ready to take that first step together and find your calm? Let’s embark on this journey!
Devon Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60602
I seek to continuously learn and develop skills, and in service of that I am working towards certification in Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe) and Somatic Experiencing (SE).
Life, though beautiful, is also marked by all sorts of suffering, and my job is to help you heal and grow from that. I am an attachment and trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who works with individuals, families, and couples, to address communication; couple and family conflict; relational and attachment trauma; infidelity; family of origin issues; self-development and identity; PTSD; depression; anxiety; and a host of other problems that arise in life.
I seek to continuously learn and develop skills, and in service of that I am working towards certification in Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe) and Somatic Experiencing (SE).
Life, though beautiful, is also marked by all sorts of suffering, and my job is to help you heal and grow from that. I am an attachment and trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who works with individuals, families, and couples, to address communication; couple and family conflict; relational and attachment trauma; infidelity; family of origin issues; self-development and identity; PTSD; depression; anxiety; and a host of other problems that arise in life.
Through somatic interventions like mindfulness and breath work, I'll help you release stored stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or life’s transitions? I’m here to support you in finding emotional balance, embracing your true self, and connecting with your spiritual center. I’m interested in helping you clarify your therapeutic goals and break them down into small and concrete steps, while also highlighting your own unique strengths and support systems. I will encourage you to envision your ideal reality, and work with you towards getting there. Together, we will identify and challenge any thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may act as roadblocks in your life or hinder your growth and progress.
Through somatic interventions like mindfulness and breath work, I'll help you release stored stress and trauma in a safe, supportive environment.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or life’s transitions? I’m here to support you in finding emotional balance, embracing your true self, and connecting with your spiritual center. I’m interested in helping you clarify your therapeutic goals and break them down into small and concrete steps, while also highlighting your own unique strengths and support systems. I will encourage you to envision your ideal reality, and work with you towards getting there. Together, we will identify and challenge any thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may act as roadblocks in your life or hinder your growth and progress.
Kaori Wander
Counselor, LCPC, BSP
Verified Verified
Loop, Chicago, IL 60604 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Approaches and modalities: Brainspotting, Somatic Archaeology, ancestral relations, dream and archetypal work, psychedelic integration, reiki, Yoga, EMDR.
I am an art therapist, certified Brainspotting consultant, death doula, yoga teacher. Embodiment & somatic work is an interpersonal and collective liberation practice; it enriches our compassionate relations with our personal, generational, and collective experiences. I primarily practice Generational Brainspotting to support you in expanding your capacities and sensitivity to thoughtfully uncover and integrate memories, honor grief and joy - all of which can also deepen your generative conflict resolution skills, and access to clarity and creativity. It is your birthright to remember fully, your gifts and purpose in this life.
Approaches and modalities: Brainspotting, Somatic Archaeology, ancestral relations, dream and archetypal work, psychedelic integration, reiki, Yoga, EMDR.
I am an art therapist, certified Brainspotting consultant, death doula, yoga teacher. Embodiment & somatic work is an interpersonal and collective liberation practice; it enriches our compassionate relations with our personal, generational, and collective experiences. I primarily practice Generational Brainspotting to support you in expanding your capacities and sensitivity to thoughtfully uncover and integrate memories, honor grief and joy - all of which can also deepen your generative conflict resolution skills, and access to clarity and creativity. It is your birthright to remember fully, your gifts and purpose in this life.
Halimo Abdulkarim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loop, Chicago, IL 60601
I integrate somatic and relational therapy modalities into our sessions, focusing on the mind-body connection and understanding how physical experiences impact emotional well-being.
Accepting NEW clients! Informed by my own journey and experiences, I am deeply committed to providing support to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I appreciate working with adults, young adults, and professionals who are navigating feelings of otherness and their intersectional identities, with a specialization in Black and Muslim mental health. I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and understanding environment. Therapy with me offers a compassionate approach tailored to your specific needs, whether you're grappling with relationship dynamics, processing trauma, or seeking guidance for anxiety and depression.
I integrate somatic and relational therapy modalities into our sessions, focusing on the mind-body connection and understanding how physical experiences impact emotional well-being.
Accepting NEW clients! Informed by my own journey and experiences, I am deeply committed to providing support to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. I appreciate working with adults, young adults, and professionals who are navigating feelings of otherness and their intersectional identities, with a specialization in Black and Muslim mental health. I am dedicated to creating a nurturing and understanding environment. Therapy with me offers a compassionate approach tailored to your specific needs, whether you're grappling with relationship dynamics, processing trauma, or seeking guidance for anxiety and depression.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.